Ways to Spend Your Night in With Your Friends

Planning a cosy one with friends? 

When the hustle and bustle of daily life starts to crowd your mind, there’s no better escape than surrounding yourself with friends. And if you’re lucky enough that everyone lives nearby, the sky is the limit when it comes to making plans.  

Some of the best evenings are the ones spent at home. It’s more comfortable, refreshments can be served on tap, and you won’t need to worry about your journey back. Here are five of our favourite ideas for nights in with friends.

• Movie marathon or box set binge

Want to share your love for a particular TV show or film series? To host an incredible movie night at home, you’ll just need a big screen, a stable internet connection, and a comfortable room for everyone to sit.

We recommend investing in a surround sound system if you’d like to make the experience immersive for everyone. With some snacks and drinks on the sides, you’ll be set up perfectly for a long evening of laughing and rediscovering your favourites together. 

• Host a dinner party

Nothing brings people together quite like food, so why not host a dinner party with your closest friends?  You won’t need to include all the bells and whistles of a formal occasion – simply find something everyone can agree upon. 

Whether it’s a homemade pizza night (with everyone adding their own toppings) or a takeaway from your local curry house, everyone will appreciate a delicious meal. Don’t forget to check the best dinner party recipes if you’re creating a bespoke menu.

• Play games or try online

Classic games could keep everyone entertained for hours. 

Card games like Go Fish, Poker and Blackjack make things simple if you don’t want to explain the rules. Modern alternatives like Uno and Exploding Kittens add humour to keep you laughing for hours. You could play a board game if you think everyone will enjoy it, too.

If you’d rather try something with a digital format, there are plenty of online options to choose from. And from suspenseful moments to victories, online slot games like Megaways make the party more memorable.

• Pamper yourselves

Finally, don’t forget that you and your friends deserve some TLC! Even if you’ve got a mixed group coming over, some basic beauty treatments can help to make everyone laugh.

Whether you choose exfoliating face masks, hot waxing or deep massage lessons, a mini spa party can be equally relaxing and hilarious. As long as everyone stays comfortable, it’s the perfect way to share an enormous sense of wellbeing. Put your favourite music on, then kick back and relax!

Ready to spend the weekend with your friends? With our top recommendations, you won’t regret a moment. Keep those drinks topped up and prepare to catch up on everything you’ve missed.